New Zealand's Xero to buy US fintech Melio for $2.5 billion
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jun 25 2025
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Source: Reuters
Xero Acquires Melio: New Zealand's Xero has agreed to purchase New York payments provider Melio for $2.5 billion, aiming to enhance its presence in the U.S. market and integrate payment solutions with its accounting software.
Financial Impact and Analyst Views: The acquisition is expected to double Xero's financial sales by 2028, although analysts express caution regarding the high buyout price and the complexities of integrating the two companies.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
